High Protein Vanilla Cupcakes with Icing

Indulge guilt-free with these High Protein Vanilla Cupcakes with Icing, a delightful fusion of flavor and nutrition! Made with vanilla whey protein powder, Greek yogurt, and almond flour, these cupcakes provide a protein-packed boost in every bite while staying light, moist, and irresistibly fluffy. The subtly sweet icing, enriched with protein powder and vanilla extract, adds a creamy, decadent finishing touch without compromising your health goals. Perfect for meal preppers, post-workout treats, or anyone craving a wholesome dessert, these cupcakes are quick and simple to whip up, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Whether served fresh or stored as a make-ahead snack, these high-protein vanilla cupcakes are a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track! Keywords: high-protein cupcakes, vanilla protein dessert, healthy cupcakes, protein baking recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Vanilla whey protein powder
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup Vanilla whey protein powder (for icing)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk (for icing)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla whey protein powder, all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, eggs, vanilla extract, honey or maple syrup, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms. Avoid over-mixing.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the 12 prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the icing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla whey protein powder, powdered sugar, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk (if needed) until you achieve a thick but spreadable texture.

Step 9

Once the cupcakes are fully cooled, spread or pipe the icing onto each cupcake.

Step 10

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy your high-protein vanilla cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1029.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2728.4

Total Fat 76.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 959.9mg	0%
Sodium 2504.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 97.9g
Protein 341.1g	0%

Vitamin D 144.5IU	0%
Calcium 1835.5mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2433.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 49.2%

Carbs: 25.9%